Country profile

Cayman Islands: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Cayman Islands is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing residence, visas and settling abroad as well as taxes, capital access and financial conditions. The current data points to a solid overall picture; its strongest main categories are Relocation & Residency and Finance & Taxes, while Taxes & Finance, Conflicts & Political Security and Language & Integration stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle more closely, because the largest deductions come from Dining & Going Out, Food & Basic Goods and Personal Services.

Overall rating 65.23 points
Global rank Rank 64 globally
Continental rank Rank 10 in North America

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Decision areas

The following entry points link directly to detailed articles that are especially relevant for relocation, longer stays, daily life and travel planning.

Key questions about Cayman Islands

Why is Cayman Islands especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by residence, visas and settling abroad as well as taxes, capital access and financial conditions; its strongest main categories are Relocation & Residency and Finance & Taxes.

Which topics stand out positively for Cayman Islands?

Taxes & Finance, Conflicts & Political Security and Language & Integration show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Dining & Going Out, Food & Basic Goods and Personal Services.

How important is relocation, residence and settling in for Cayman Islands?

The detailed articles below help check whether the rating fits residence, work, costs, healthcare, safety or travel.

Strengths and weaknesses

This section only shows categories, topic areas and indicators where Cayman Islands ranks in the top three or bottom three globally or continentally and shares the same score with no more than two other countries. Global ranks take priority over continental ranks.

Strengths

Weaknesses

Comparisons and related countries

Cayman Islands is especially useful to compare with United States, Portugal and Spain, because those countries sit closer to its overall rating profile. Denmark and Germany work as contrast comparisons when residence, visas and settling abroad as well as taxes, capital access and financial conditions need to be weighed against different priorities; everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Cayman Islands

58 topic areas and 342 indicators are linked directly in the static HTML. Categories and topic areas are collapsed to keep the country profile easy to scan.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Risk ShowHide

Safety & Crime

6 indicators

71
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Homicide Rate
Rank 137 globally 85
Petty Crime Index
Rank 38 globally 74
Women's Safety
Rank 41 globally 74
Organized Crime
Rank 72 globally 60
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 30 globally 90
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 204 globally 1
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 7 globally 96
Political Violence
Rank 21 globally 89
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 16 globally 94
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

56
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Flood Risk
Rank 80 globally 54
Storm Risk
Rank 206 globally 22
Earthquake Risk
Rank 139 globally 61
Drought Risk
Rank 142 globally 58
Wildfire Risk
Rank 98 globally 50
Landslide Risk
Rank 9 globally 90
Tsunami Risk
Rank 123 globally 58
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

82
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State Surveillance
Rank 22 globally 82
Internet Censorship
Rank 26 globally 86
Internet Freedom
Rank 28 globally 81
Data Protection Laws
Rank 63 globally 75
VPN Access
Rank 26 globally 88
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 39 globally 72
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Rule of Law
Rank 25 globally 80
Property Rights Security
Rank 24 globally 80
Corruption Perception
Rank 37 globally 72
Police Effectiveness
Rank 27 globally 78
Expropriation Risk
Rank 19 globally 86
Extradition Risk
Rank 146 globally 40

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

76
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Political Stability
Rank 28 globally 79
Economic Resilience
Rank 30 globally 75
Government Efficiency
Rank 25 globally 82
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 54 globally 67
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

71
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 58 globally 70
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 50 globally 79
Emergency Care
Rank 57 globally 70
Medicine Access
Rank 46 globally 76
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 40 globally 75
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 58 globally 73
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 67 globally 82
Doctor Density
Rank 112 globally 51
Hospital Beds
Rank 144 globally 31
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 32 globally 98
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 225 globally 14
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 31 globally 75

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 16 globally 96
Noise Pollution
Rank 51 globally 68
UV Radiation
Rank 169 globally 14
Tap Water Safety
Rank 67 globally 95
Sanitation
Rank 81 globally 83
Waste Management
Rank 94 globally 46
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Life Expectancy
Rank 53 globally 87
Infectious Diseases
Rank 69 globally 83
Obesity Rate
Rank 148 globally 65
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 71 globally 60
Mental Health
Rank 27 globally 74
Suicide Rate
Rank 72 globally 67
Maternal Mortality
Rank 80 globally 75
Vaccination Rate
Rank 122 globally 88
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 122 globally 61
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 173 globally 69
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Social Security Burden
Rank 1 globally 100
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 1 globally 100
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 4 globally 94
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 189 globally 1
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 184 globally 56
Capital Market Depth
Rank 109 globally 63
Business Credit Access
Rank 40 globally 75
Investor Protection
Rank 16 globally 80
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 31 globally 74
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 192 globally 57
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 3 globally 85
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 37 globally 77

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

74
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 11 globally 74
Banking Stability
Rank 197 globally 55
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 54 globally 86
Fintech Development
Rank 3 globally 97
ATM Availability
Rank 31 globally 91
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 1 globally 72
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 135 globally 7
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

56
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 96 globally 34
Crypto Regulation
Rank 11 globally 81
Legal Status
Rank 51 globally 68
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 63 globally 26
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 71 globally 18

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

60
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 24 globally 85
Transaction Costs
Rank 117 globally 68
Affordability
Rank 203 globally 33
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 144 globally 55
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 15 globally 93
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 3 globally 78
Days to Register a Company
Rank 11 globally 79

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

76
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 11 globally 90
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 89 globally 90
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 4 globally 95
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 30 globally 89
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 21 globally 74
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 219 globally 40
Central Bank Independence
Rank 63 globally 73
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 222 globally 6
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 196 globally 40
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 6 globally 94
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 37 globally 73
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 75 globally 84
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 58 globally 78
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 7 globally 96
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 8 globally 92
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

37
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 211 globally 20
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 221 globally 24
Electricity Cost
Rank 225 globally 14
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 101 globally 97
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 196 globally 76

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 221 globally 8
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 208 globally 12
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 208 globally 16
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 206 globally 26
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 206 globally 22
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 206 globally 18
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 227 globally 4

Dining & Going Out

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 222 globally 15
Burger Menu Price
Rank 223 globally 12
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 222 globally 14
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 216 globally 10
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 215 globally 19
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 221 globally 10
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 223 globally 1
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 225 globally 1
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 227 globally 1

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

71
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Transit Cost
Rank 183 globally 64
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 35 globally 79
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 197 globally 60
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 208 globally 57
Car Purchase Index
Rank 7 globally 86
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 82 globally 95
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 174 globally 78
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Internet Cost
Rank 196 globally 37
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 225 globally 20
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 227 globally 30
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 228 globally 42
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 227 globally 22

Personal Services

4 indicators

18
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Haircut Cost
Rank 227 globally 13
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 222 globally 19
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 226 globally 26
Local Services Cost
Rank 227 globally 13
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Logistics Performance
Rank 84 globally 35
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 136 globally 33
Port Connectivity
Rank 140 globally 15
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Road Quality
Rank 71 globally 58
Traffic Congestion
Rank 139 globally 45
Road Density
Rank 18 globally 79
Traffic Deaths
Rank 50 globally 87
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 64 globally 21

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

57
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Power Outages
Rank 71 globally 93
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 221 globally 6
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 216 globally 6
CO2 Intensity
Rank 220 globally 14
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 47 globally 76
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 1 globally 100
Mobile Speed
Rank 41 globally 78
5G Coverage
Rank 56 globally 45

Public Transport

4 indicators

42
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Transit Coverage
Rank 130 globally 38
Transit Punctuality
Rank 67 globally 62
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 111 globally 12
Walkability Score
Rank 86 globally 55
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

59
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 45 globally 68
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 129 globally 50
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 23 globally 70
Burnout Risk
Rank 16 globally 72
Public Holidays
Rank 212 globally 36

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

75
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 49 globally 71
Sunshine Hours
Rank 63 globally 88
Humidity Comfort
Rank 155 globally 56
Rainy Days
Rank 111 globally 65
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 168 globally 83
Seasonal Variation
Rank 80 globally 90

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

46
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Beach Quality
Rank 15 globally 90
Mountain Access
Rank 218 globally 2
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 172 globally 29
Biodiversity Index
Rank 157 globally 53
Forest Cover
Rank 47 globally 70

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

59
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 75 globally 53
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 85 globally 66
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 90 globally 45
Recovery Time
Rank 65 globally 75

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 77 globally 41
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 191 globally 0
Music & Nightlife
Rank 116 globally 38
Cinema Density
Rank 108 globally 18
Cultural Freedom
Rank 39 globally 75
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 126 globally 61
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 125 globally 35
Restaurant Density
Rank 94 globally 48
Street Food Scene
Rank 141 globally 32
Local Market Quality
Rank 184 globally 28
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 90 globally 44
Local Freshness
Rank 188 globally 29
Local Authenticity
Rank 154 globally 29

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 218 globally 20
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 80 globally 35
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 187 globally 17
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 20 globally 91
Child Safety Score
Rank 52 globally 75
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 41 globally 40
Playground Density
Rank 54 globally 68

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

51
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 105 globally 50
Veterinary Quality
Rank 53 globally 72
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 218 globally 20
Pet Food Prices
Rank 223 globally 22
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 57 globally 60
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 25 globally 60
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 51 globally 70
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 49 globally 80
E-Government
Rank 32 globally 88
Visa Processing Time
Rank 27 globally 70
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 18 globally 86
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 36 globally 82
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 68 globally 58
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 54 globally 78
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 2 globally 95
Visa Application Ease
Rank 20 globally 83
Border Openness
Rank 21 globally 95
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 52 globally 75
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 201 globally 62
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 53 globally 48
Remote Work Legality
Rank 8 globally 86
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 2 globally 97
Remote Job Market
Rank 20 globally 86
Coworking Density
Rank 99 globally 44
Nomad Community
Rank 52 globally 59
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 13 globally 93
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 36 globally 84
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 28 globally 84
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 3 globally 91
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 34 globally 82
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 42 globally 80
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 16 globally 91
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 10 globally 80
Family Reunification
Rank 40 globally 85
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 13 globally 84
Residence Status Stability
Rank 31 globally 85
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 42 globally 81
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 33 globally 95
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 131 globally 85
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 8 globally 96
Local Language Barrier
Rank 1 globally 100
Integration Ease
Rank 5 globally 91
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 23 globally 86
Expat Community Size
Rank 7 globally 84
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 22 globally 87
International Schools
Rank 10 globally 77
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 13 globally 86
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 48 globally 75
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 33 globally 80
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 34 globally 76
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 13 globally 90
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 29 globally 69
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 33 globally 79
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 24 globally 83
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 27 globally 82
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Hotel Quality
Rank 42 globally 80
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 31 globally 87
Accommodation Availability
Rank 48 globally 72
Booking & Transparency
Rank 26 globally 89

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

78
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 97 globally 53
Digital Travel Services
Rank 53 globally 79
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 25 globally 91
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 20 globally 90
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 91 globally 50
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 42 globally 82
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 120 globally 62
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 75 globally 59
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 15 globally 93
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 29 globally 82
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 148 globally 55

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

22
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Hotel Cost
Rank 227 globally 26
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 227 globally 30
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 226 globally 20
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 225 globally 29
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 226 globally 0
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 121 globally 84
Off-Season Usability
Rank 76 globally 73
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 53 globally 76
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 221 globally 69
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

81
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Press Freedom
Rank 47 globally 73
Democracy Index
Rank 22 globally 83
Personal Freedom
Rank 16 globally 85
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 57 globally 79

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

64
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 72 globally 98
PISA Score
Rank 61 globally 56
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 84 globally 50
Education Expenditure
Rank 198 globally 42
School Life Expectancy
Rank 71 globally 75
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 91 globally 25
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 151 globally 0
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 77 globally 40
Gini Index
Rank 79 globally 63
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 43 globally 70
Housing Support Score
Rank 64 globally 51
Social Mobility Score
Rank 52 globally 60
Social Cohesion
Rank 37 globally 75
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Gender Equality
Rank 27 globally 78
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 27 globally 79
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 51 globally 76
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 51 globally 76
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 47 globally 76

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

67
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 71 globally 63
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 59 globally 67
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 59 globally 70
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 58 globally 71
Pride Culture
Rank 61 globally 64
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Disability Support Score
Rank 61 globally 66
Public Accessibility
Rank 46 globally 68
Digital Accessibility
Rank 38 globally 77
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 44 globally 75

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

69
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 34 globally 87
Secularization Score
Rank 70 globally 51
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 92 globally 40
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 51 globally 73

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 173 globally 38
Fertility Rate
Rank 89 globally 75
Population Growth
Rank 72 globally 50
Net Migration Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Urbanization Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Foreign Population Share
Rank 8 globally 98
Population Density
Rank 170 globally 48
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 131 globally 50
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 22 globally 91
Single-Person Households
Rank 63 globally 47